English

With an English major (BA) or minor you’ll have the opportunity to explore various genres and periods of literature, study the English language, develop your abilities as a reader and critical thinker, and improve your writing skills.

What Will I Study?

Your classes cover topics such as literary criticism, literature from medieval to the present day, and writing – expository, creative, and writing in the workplace.

English majors finish their studies with a senior seminar, which gives seniors a chance to use skills and knowledge gained over the course of the major.

What Kind of Job Can I Get?

It’s hard to overstate the importance of being able to communicate well. Our graduates are well prepared for careers in writing, editing, publishing, business, public service, education, public relations, and law; in fact, English is one of the most versatile majors – one of the many reasons why English is a great choice for your major.

What Can I Do With a Degree in English?

Katie Davidson ’09 is the production manager for Disney Publishing Worldwide. Read more.Author and editor Zoe Eisenberg ’10 spoke with Dr. Dickson about majoring in English and life after LC. Read the interview.